Canadians want EVs more than ever, even Chinese ones

A 2026 JD Power Canada study found that interest in EVs among Canadian new-vehicle shoppers has risen for the first time since 2022. The study also found that many consumers are becoming open to Chinese EV brands due to affordability and technology features. JD Ney, managing director, JD Power Canada, returns to the Great Canadian Aftermarket Podcast to discuss both the growing interest and state of the industry outlined in the report, as well as persisting consumer barriers- including range, reliability, charging availability, and cold-weather performance.For more information on the report, visit Indie Garage's release here.